Floatzel – Diamond & Pearl (#26)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Floatzel (#26) is a Rare card from Diamond & Pearl - Diamond & Pearl released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Masahiko Ishii and the Screw Tail attack (30 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.61, Cardmarket average sale is €0.56, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.61
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.54
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Diamond & Pearl
- Card Number
- 26
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Masahiko Ishii
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning +20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Screw Tail
[Water, Colorless]
— 30
Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon. -
Water Gun
[Water, Water]
— 40+
Does 40 damage plus 20 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Floatzel but not used to pay for this attack's Energy cost. You can't add more than 40 damage in this way.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Floatzel from Diamond & Pearl (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Masahiko Ishii.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Floatzel 26 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Floatzel's Screw Tail deals 30 damage for Water + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning +20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Floatzel Cards
Looking for other Floatzel cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond & Pearl #26 ← Current | 90 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.61 |
�📦 Diamond & Pearl Set Context
This Floatzel is part of the Diamond & Pearl expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Masahiko Ishii, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Floatzel card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare cards from Diamond & Pearl are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Masahiko Ishii resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Floatzel 26 was released in 2007 in the Diamond & Pearl expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Masahiko Ishii. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Diamond & Pearl is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Floatzel with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Floatzel card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Floatzel works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.